ASSISTANT BOOKSTORE MANAGER

Company: Black Hawk College
Location: Moline
Posted on: March 14, 2020

Job Description:

Assistant Bookstore Manager(Part Time)Location: Quad Cities Campus - Moline, ILClosing: 2/28/2020 11:59 PM CentralREPORTS TO:Bookstore ManagerTYPE OF SUPERVISION GIVEN TO OTHERS: Direct supervision to part-time, temporary, and student employees.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Assistant Bookstore Manager, under the general supervision of the Bookstore Manager, coordinates the procedures necessary to obtain a profitable operation in the textbook department including but, not limited to: textbook timeline of adopting, buyback, purchasing, selling, textbook rental management, and returning of textbooks to coincide with the schedule of classes at Black Hawk College. Responsible for general oversight and operation of the Bookstore in the Bookstore Manager's absence.Description of All DutiesDESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:a. Responsible for assisting the Bookstore Manager with the accounting functions of the bookstore including but, not limited to: the reconciliation of daily deposits, processing invoices, and assisting with cost-saving initiatives.b. Responsible for the timely training of faculty, collection and compilation of book adoptions, and communicating updates and/or changes to the Bookstore Manager as well as faculty in compliance with all laws and regulations.c. Responsible for working with all vendors and publishers to assure timely ordering, coordination of book buyback, and utilizing the textbook management system for accurately receiving and returning books.d. Responsible for maintaining and fulfilling online textbook orders and reservations.e. Responsible for recruiting, scheduling, training, developing, evaluating, and delegating responsibilities to part-time, temporary, and student employees.f. Works at East Campus Bookstore as needed and during absence of East Campus Bookstore staff.g. Responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the bookstore including but not limited to: opening and/or closing the bookstore daily, running a cash register on a regular basis, maintaining a clean and orderly bookstore at all times, maintaining confidentiality and security of bookstore financial records, and working flexible hours as needed.h. Makes effective recommendations to the Bookstore Manager regarding Bookstore policies, procedures, and operations.i. Maintains satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.j. Responsible for supervision of part-time, temporary, and student employees.k. Responsible for assisting with training, developing, evaluating, and delegating responsibilities to full-time, part-time, temporary, and student employees.DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES:a. Assists in creating a team environment with a focus on providing a customer services-oriented atmosphere.b. Responsible for merchandising displays, including accurate shelf tags and signage.c. Assists in the maintenance of store system hardware, software, and e-commerce sites.d. Oversees the bookstore in the absence of the Bookstore Manager.e. Attends training as needed or requested by the Bookstore Manager.f. Protects assets of the bookstore.g. Performs other job duties as assigned.OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITIES:a. Demonstrates Black Hawk College core values.b. Accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of work.c. Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers, employees, students, vendors, etc.d. Communicates in a professional and pleasant manner.PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:a. Works directly and cooperatively with the Bookstore Manager and all other bookstore staff.b. Works directly and cooperatively with the East Campus Bookstore staff.c. Works directly and cooperatively with faculty, staff, vendors, and students.Education & Experience:(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)a. Bachelor's degree preferred with major in Business, Accounting, or Management preferred as well.b. Basic level ability with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet required.c. Retail management experience required. Previous retail experience at the supervisory level is acceptable in lieu of retail management.d. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis required.e. Previous experience working with textbook management systems and/or Banner preferred.f. Valid driver's license required.g. Ability to exercise independent judgment in overseeing the Bookstore's operations in the absence of the Bookstore Manager.h. Ability to travel to and from East Campus and work as needed at East Campus Bookstore required.i. Ability to work flexible hours required.The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the described job; it is not an all-encompassing statement of all the work requirements that may be necessary to perform the job.Supplemental Information:Seeking two (2) Assistant Bookstore Managers.Must be able to work scheduled shifts between the hours of:Monday - Tuesday: 7:30am - 5:30pmWednesday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:00pm27 hours per week. The occasional Saturday may be needed as well during special events at the College or during peak periods.Minimum starting salary is $14.33 per hour.BHC offers benefits to part-time employees which include:Tuition waiverPTOPaid holidaysPaid sick timeCandidates hired for positions at Black Hawk College which require a degree will be required to submit official transcripts for all awarded/conferred degrees at their own expense. Transcripts become property of Black Hawk College.Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.BENEFITSWhile you contribute your talent and enthusiasm to BHC, as an eligible employee you will have access to outstanding health benefits, ample time off, a pension plan, educational opportunities, and much more.Core Benefits for Regular, Part-Time Staff Employees (Employed 20 or more hours per week)Tuition WaiverEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Account / Dependent Care AccountPaid HolidaysFree use of fitness centerSick LeaveRetirement Pension PlansState University Retirement System of Illinois (SURS): Employees working in a regular and continuous position or one in which services are expected to be rendered on a continuous basis for at least four months or one academic term, whichever is less, may be eligible to enroll in SURS. To learn more about SURS, visit www.SURS.org.Optional 403b Tax-Deferred Investment Program: Employees may set up a 403b plan through Edward Jones Investments / Mass Mutual.

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